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Jensen

QLD 4818 • Rest of QLD

1,797
Population (2021)
$119,340
Median Household Income
14.93 km²
Area
$355/wk
Median Rent
SuburbanFamily-FriendlyGrowth SuburbAffordable

About Jensen

Jensen is a residential suburb in the City of Townsville, Queensland, located approximately 12 kilometres south-west of the Townsville CBD within the Thuringowa urban area. With a population of 1,797 at the 2021 Census spread across nearly 15 square kilometres, Jensen is a spacious outer suburban locality that has grown steadily with the expansion of Townsville's western suburbs. The median household income of approximately $2,295 per week and a median age of 36 reflect a predominantly young family demographic typical of outer suburban growth areas in regional Queensland.

Jensen is characterised by modern suburban housing estates with parks, local schools, and community facilities serving its family-oriented population. The suburb's location in the Thuringowa corridor places it close to major retail at Stockland Townsville and Willows Shopping Centre, and within reasonable distance of the Bruce Highway for travel around the region. Public transport is limited, as is typical of outer Townsville suburbs, making a car a practical necessity for most daily activities. The area offers a quiet, family-friendly environment with good proximity to north Queensland's natural attractions including the Paluma Range National Park and the Townsville coastline.

Jensen falls under postcode 4818 and is governed by Townsville Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Hinchinbrook electorate.

📍 Location

State
Queensland
Postcode
4818
Urban Area
Thuringowa
LGA / Council
Townsville
Federal Electorate
Herbert
State Electorate
Hinchinbrook
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Brisbane (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-19.25°, 146.64°
Statistical Area
Rest of QLD
Area
14.93 km²
Elevation
22m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$355
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,907
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
36 years

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Route 6, 7 — Townsville CBD (Flinders Street) 30-40 min

Commute to Townsville CBD

Distance
12 km
By Train
No direct train service; Townsville Station is approximately 14 km from Jensen
By Car (Peak)
20-30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
15-20 min

🛣️ Close to Bruce Highway; car is primary transport mode for most residents

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Jensen is a car-dependent outer suburban locality with limited pedestrian-accessible amenity; a car is needed for virtually all daily errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest rates for the Townsville Local Government Area, which contains Jensen. Rates are per 100,000 residents for calendar year 2025; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods.

Break & enter (dwelling)
2,390.7 / 100k
2yr Down 40.2% 10yr Stable
Motor vehicle theft
639.8 / 100k
2yr Down 28.0% 10yr Up 17.0%
Non-FV assault
2,598.2 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Up 250.9%
Robbery (unarmed)
32.7 / 100k
2yr Down 35.4% 10yr Up 52.8%
Steal from vehicle
724.5 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
View all offence categories for Townsville →

Source: Queensland Police Service via data.qld.gov.au

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
1,476
Census 2021
1,797
▲ 21.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$37,284
Personal Income 2021
$49,400
▲ 32.5% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$49,400 / yr
$950/wk
Household
$119,340 / yr
$2295/wk
Family
$122,772 / yr
$2361/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,542
Born Overseas 177

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 39
  • 2. England 37
  • 3. Philippines 16
  • 4. Ireland 12
  • 5. India 9
  • 6. Scotland 9
  • 7. South Africa 7
  • 8. Netherlands 6
  • 9. Fiji 5
  • 10. Thailand 5

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 825
English 773
Irish 218
Scottish 173
German 94
Australian Aboriginal 92
Italian 84
New Zealander 26
Dutch 25
Chinese 23

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,271
Both parents born in Australia
226
Both parents born overseas
225
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
51.8%
No Religion
42.4%
Buddhism
0.2%
Hinduism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
133 (7.4%)
5-14 years
302 (16.8%)
15-19 years
115 (6.4%)
20-24 years
94 (5.2%)
25-34 years
222 (12.4%)
35-44 years
244 (13.6%)
45-54 years
243 (13.5%)
55-64 years
234 (13.0%)
65-74 years
142 (7.9%)
75-84 years
66 (3.7%)
85+ years
7 (0.4%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Jensen known for? +

Jensen is known as a quiet, family-oriented outer suburban growth area in Townsville's south-west Thuringowa corridor, with modern housing estates, local schools, and a community character suited to young families.

How far is Jensen from Townsville CBD? +

Jensen is approximately 12 kilometres south-west of the Townsville CBD, a drive of around 15-20 minutes off-peak or 20-30 minutes during peak hour.

Does Jensen have public transport? +

Jensen is served by Townsville's bus network with routes connecting to Flinders Street in the Townsville CBD, with a travel time of around 30-40 minutes. There is no rail service to Jensen; a car is the most practical way to get around.

What is the population of Jensen? +

According to the 2021 Census, Jensen has a population of 1,797 residents across approximately 15 square kilometres, reflecting a low-to-moderate density consistent with an outer suburban growth area.

Is Jensen a good place to live? +

Jensen suits families and those seeking affordable, modern housing in a quiet outer suburban setting within Townsville. The suburb offers space, community facilities, and reasonable access to Townsville's retail and services, though a car is essential for daily life.

What is the postcode for Jensen? +

The postcode for Jensen, QLD is 4818.

What is the average income in Jensen? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Jensen is about $950 per week (around $49,400 per year). The median household income is $2,295 per week and the median family income is $2,361 per week.

What is the age profile of Jensen? +

The median age in Jensen is 36. The largest age group is 5–14 (302 residents, around 17%). Around 31% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

Is Jensen a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Jensen is part of the Townsville LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.

How much is rent in Jensen? +

In Jensen, the median weekly rent is $355, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,907 (2021 Census).